Top 10 Women HR Leaders From UAE - 2025
The UAE has established itself as a regional leader in innovation, business and open policies and also supports gender diversity and women in leadership roles. Women in the UAE have made new strides in various sectors such as human resources (HR), tech and business management. There is an increasing number of women in HR leadership roles who have a positive impact on company culture, recruiting talent, and initiatives for employee learning and development, spurred by government programs and local companies supporting women leaders.
The HR women leader space is evolving steadily in the UAE, and the development of educational institutions, supportive government policies, and the emphasis on inclusion and work-life balance contributed to this positive movement. Women of HR are bringing their value and experiences to support talent strategies, focusing on employee wellness initiatives and creating leadership development programs in multinational organizations and local entities.
Women leaders are at the forefront of digital transformation in the UAE, which includes leading change projects, workforce reskilling, and on-going innovation programs. Women leaders are moving businesses in the UAE to digital transformation by adopting AI, Cloud Solutions, and data-driven decision-making while prompting ethical, sustainable business practices. Women business leaders and executives in the UAE are shaping corporate governance, enterprise strategy, and new venture creation. Women leaders are also contributing to mentorship programs, women’s networking, and leadership development programs to create a more inclusive workplace and foster pathways for future women leaders. Ultimately, the increase in women taking leadership roles, particularly in HR and technology, exemplifies the UAE’s commitment to diversity, innovation, and sustainable economic development; their continued participation reinforces the UAE’s reputation as a progressive and dynamic economy.
In this issue, the Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine brings a list of ‘Top 10 Women HR Leaders from UAE - 2025’, who are domineers of change in the corporate realm of the country. This list of ten leading and inspiring women is crafted by a team of CEOs, VCs, and the editorial board, delivering inspiring stories of their journey and the contributions & roles played by them in the creation and empowerment of an economically powerful nation.
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Carmen H, Fractional CHRO, Dubai
With 23 years of expertise in human resources management, recruiting, and corporate and employment laws, she is skilled in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), and more
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Dalila Safir, Regional HR Head - South Asia, Middle East & Africa (SAMEA), Dubai
With more than 20 years of experience across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, she has worked on strategic hiring, including C-suite recruitment, cultural transformation, and more
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Dr Hannah Haikal, Head - HR (Europe, Africa, Middle East & Eurasia (EAME) Distribution), Dubai
Her experience spans a range of complex environments, from highgrowth tech scale-ups to public sector transformations, with over 20 years of expertise
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Imane Amrhar, Group HR & Transformation Director, Dubai
With over 20 years of experience in senior positions, she has a record of designing and implementing HR strategies that align with business vision and goals
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Karin Raguin, CHRO, Dubai
She specializes in fostering inclusive and high-performing workplaces, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives, and empowering teams to achieve sustainable growth
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Miranda Kruidenier, Global Human Resources Director, Dubai
With over a decade of experience in international HR, committed to creating inclusive workplaces and hiring talent based on drive, potential, and attitude
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Sara Boueri, Group Vice President - People & Culture, Dubai
She is dedicated to fostering inclusive, high-performing workplaces and aligning people initiatives with business goals to empower employees and support sustainable gr
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Sarah Tabet, Head - HR (Middle East & Africa Hub), Dubai
She specializes in strategic planning, talent and people management, executive coaching and mentoring, inclusive leadership, leadership development, and more
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Shatadrumi Sarkar, Human Capital Director, Dubai
A leader with over 14 years of experience in the field of HR Strategy, Talent Development, and Organizational Culture
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Yana Mingovska, Group Head - Human Resources, Dubai
As an experienced and business-minded HR and Talent Acquisition professional, she is skilled in talent acquisition, human resources (HR), organizational development, talent management, and more
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